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Under Byen
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post-rock, danish, alternative, indie, scandinavian… see all
Aarhus, Denmark (1995 – present)
Under Byen (Danish for “Below the City”) are known for producing their own unorthodox interpretation of rock (but it could also be indie, folktronic, trip-hop, post rock or… something else). They rarely use guitars. Instead their soundscape is dominated by piano, cello, violin, electrically-distorted saw, organ, drums and percussion. A somewhat different vein of post-rock, infused with jazzy, folky and classical elements. An important part of the music is also the voice of Henriette Sennenvaldt, whose poetic Danish lyrics add a further mysterious allure to the mix.
The 1999 debut album “Kyst” impressed music critics, who applauded the band for creating their own style and tone. The second album “Det Er Mig Der Holder Træerne Sammen” (2002) was equally praised and has grown to become a hallmark for the band and helped reach a wider audience in Denmark and elsewhere. In 2004 it was re-released outside Denmark.
In 2006 the band released their album “Af Samme Stof som Stof” to rave reviews.
Far from being a mainstream act Under Byen has nevertheless attracted a growing devoted fan base following the release of their two albums and intense live shows.
Under Byen’s influences are very diverse. Leadsinger Henriette Sennenvaldt has been quoted as saying she was inspired by traffic. And if “Kyst” would be said to have a theme it would probably be water and harbours.
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Under Byen - Plantage
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Under Byen "Af Samme Stof Som Stof"
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Under Byen - Tindrer (Live)
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Under Byen - Kyst (live)
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Shoutbox
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sigurr wrote:
jeg elsker.
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LuliusCaesar wrote:
Just Great!
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concretica wrote:
second Bjork, but very special. Nice!
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InnKa_92 wrote:
Влюбилась с первого прослушивания. Очень осенняя музыка.
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XXXeLaRaXXX wrote:
plzz change the pic!
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jamesbwhomer wrote:
..then suddenly a new sound, like waking up in a new city that feels like it didn't exist before you walked in it's streets with its secret doorways known to everyone but you.
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PabloBC wrote:
Comments/Comentar Please ^^ http://www.lastfm.es/user/PabloBC/journal/2008/09/14/25zbn7_videoclips_*_part10_(under_byen_-_af_samme_stof_som_stof)_*
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inphanta wrote:
Why have I not heard of these before??
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cmntmstr wrote:
you know how you can love a song but theres just little things you dont understand why someone would chose that in that particular area? well i was impressed when i couldnt find one in any of their songs. they chose their instruments and where to add them sooo well its amazing! and Henriette is simply stunning! which isnt like vital, but its definitely a plus, hahaha.
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fredfreddson wrote:
Det Er Mig Der Holder Træerne Sammen is available on eMusic. Check it out!
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Scrabbis92 wrote:
ya totally wasnt expecting this kind of awesomeness. they are fucking awesome but because of me living in the u.s. i prolly won't be able to find their cds.
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nihilismexe wrote:
WOOOOOOOOOOOOW!
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xythwoman wrote:
super flot og super fint
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kiolka wrote:
wow, she's great ! :D
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anka3101 wrote:
cudowne.
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L0di wrote:
I love your music. Greetings from Mexico.
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codru wrote:
They sound pretty unique to be honest, love to listen to them, only i don't fall in the mood pretty often.
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saucyflyingeyes wrote:
such a beautiful voice, such a beautiful girl, im so glad this music has come into my life
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Possibly-B-B wrote:
i'd give my soul to date henriette
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woodie135 wrote:
So much beautiful music coming out of Iceland and Denmark.
Including Efterklang, Mikael Simpson, Lampshade, Audrey, Blue Foundation and more…
Events
- Oct 6 Under Byen Karlstorbahnhof, Heidelberg, Germany
- Oct 6 Finn. Karlstorbahnhof, Heidelberg, Germany
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Szene, Vienna, Austria
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- king_of_last_fm tagged Under Byen with ‘alternative’ and ‘danish’. Sunday evening
- Whatever85 tagged Under Byen with ‘seen live’. Sunday evening
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Under Byen
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